The Need...

- 1.1 billion people (approximately one in six people on earth) lack access to a clean water supply.

- Every 15 seconds, a child dies from a water related disease.

- Sudan is one of the countries with the highest number of people with access to only contaminated water - 12.3 million

- The lack of water in Darfur plays a part in worsening military conflict in the region as various groups compete for water resources.

The Resources...

- The average American uses 100 to 176 gallons of water at home each day.

- Pacific Institute estimates that total consumer expenditures for bottled water are approximately $100 billion per year.

- Bottled water can cost as much as $10 per gallon, which is twice the price of gasoline.

- In 2001, Americans spent over $61 billion on soft drinks.

The Project...

- $1 provides one year of clean water for a person in Sudan

- Give up one drink

- Give one dollar

- Give the gift of a well in Sudan

- Make a difference with a dollar. http://www.dollarforadrink.org/

I read about this organization and it really changed my perspective and made me realize how blest I am to have water so available.  The Reblution has agreed to match donations up to a total of $1,000, so if you feel led to make a donation please leave a comment on their blog http://www.therebelution.com, so that they can make the same donation. 

In Him,

Nina